Cannabis Lemon Bars
Tangy lemon curd on cannabis shortbread.
This easy cannabis cannabis lemon bars recipe uses cannabutter for a consistent, potent infusion that bakes beautifully at 350F. Baked goods are one of the most popular ways to enjoy edibles because the fat binds perfectly with THC. Follow our step-by-step guide to get reliable dosing every time. Tangy lemon curd atop a buttery cannabis-infused shortbread crust makes these bars a bright, citrusy alternative to chocolate edibles.
- Base: 1 cup flour
- 115g cannabis butter
- ¼ cup icing sugar
- Pinch salt
- Filling: 3 eggs
- 1 cup caster sugar
- Juice and zest of 3 lemons
- 3 tbsp flour
- Icing sugar to dust
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Press base into 8x8 pan. Bake 18 min.
- Whisk filling ingredients. Pour over hot base.
- Bake 20-22 min until set. Cool and refrigerate.
- Dust with icing sugar and cut into bars.
Dosing Tips for Your Cannabis Lemon Bars
- Start with 5-10 mg of THC per serving when baking for the first time, and wait at least 90 minutes before consuming more.
- Mix your cannabutter thoroughly into the batter to ensure even distribution of THC across every piece.
- Use our calculator to determine the total milligrams in your cannabutter, then divide by the number of portions you plan to cut.
- Remember that baked goods can take 45-90 minutes to take effect because they must be digested first.
- Score the slab into uniform rectangles before the curd fully sets so each bar has a precise and equal dose.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Baking at temperatures above 350 F (175 C) for extended periods can degrade THC. Keep your oven at or below 350F and avoid overbaking.
- Skipping decarboxylation before infusing your fat is the most common beginner mistake and will result in weak or inactive edibles.
- Not mixing the cannabutter evenly into the batter leads to hot spots where one piece is extremely potent and another has almost nothing.
- Opening the oven door frequently causes temperature fluctuations that can affect both the bake and cannabinoid preservation.
How to Store Cannabis Lemon Bars
- Store your Cannabis Lemon Bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for up to two weeks.
- For longer storage, wrap individual pieces tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months without significant potency loss.
- Always label your edibles clearly with the date, strain used, and approximate mg per serving to avoid accidental overconsumption.
- Refrigerate in a single layer in an airtight container for up to 5 days; dust with powdered sugar just before serving.
Variations & Ideas
- Swap cannabutter for cannabis-infused coconut oil for a dairy-free version that still binds THC effectively.
- Add a teaspoon of sunflower lecithin to your batter to improve THC absorption and create a more even distribution.
- Try using a mix of CBD and THC-infused fat for a more balanced, less intoxicating effect that is great for daytime use.
- Substitute lime juice and add a pinch of chili flakes for a spicy lime bar with a Mexican-inspired kick.
Frequently Asked Questions
Technically yes, but it is not recommended. Raw flower must be decarboxylated first, and even then it creates a gritty texture and uneven dosing. Infusing your cannabutter first gives a much smoother result and more reliable potency.
Oven thermostats can be off by 25 degrees or more. Use an oven thermometer to verify the actual temperature matches 350F. This matters because excessive heat degrades THC while too-low temperatures may underbake your goods.
Yes, there will be a noticeable cannabis aroma while baking, especially in the first 15-20 minutes. Using properly infused and strained cannabutter reduces the smell compared to adding flower directly. Good ventilation helps.
When stored properly in an airtight container, cannabis baked goods retain their full potency for about two weeks at room temperature. Frozen edibles can stay potent for three months or longer. Heat and light are the main enemies of THC stability.
You cannot reduce the dosage once baked, but you can cut smaller pieces. This is why accurate calculation before baking is essential. Use our dosage calculator to plan your total THC content and number of servings before you start.
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Negative Effects
You may or may not feel all the effects listed*